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Moonlight Stage Productions Announces 2012 Winter Season at the AVO Playhouse
by Kelsey Denette - September 14, 2011
The most popular whodunit of all time, a vibrant musical version of one of the greatest pieces of literature, and a hilarious new romantic comedy are part of Moonlight Stage Productions' 22nd Winter Season at the AVO Playhouse. Between January and April 2012, audiences will enjoy Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP, the recent Broadway hit LITTLE WOMEN - THE MUSICAL, and James Sherman's modern romantic comedy BEAU JEST.
Eric Kunze To Lead San Diego's JOSEPH, Previews 9/23
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 12, 2011
San Diego Musical Theatre has announced that Broadway star, Eric Kunze (Les Mirserables, Miss Saigon, Damn Yankees) will now play the title role of Joseph in the first production of its 2011-2012 season of shows, the San Diego premiere of the Megamix version of, the seven-time Tony nominated musical, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Tim Rice, musical direction by Don LeMaster, choreography by Johnny Dean Harvey & Chad Everett Allen and directed by Ron Kellum (who starred on Broadway in JOSEPH).
Diversionary Theatre Announces EDWARD II
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2011
Richard Baird returns to San Diego to direct the largest Diversionary Theatre production to date - 14 fantastic actors playing numerous roles in an intense account of the struggle between passion and responsibility.
Diversionary Theatre’s EDWARD II Begins Performances 9/8
by Kelsey Denette - September 07, 2011
Richard Baird returns to San Diego to direct the largest Diversionary Theatre production to date - 15 fantastic actors playing numerous roles in an intense account of the struggle between passion and responsibility. Baird had this to say about the production: 'It is wonderful to return home to San Diego to fulfill a dream to stage this play with Diversionary Theatre. With their support - and an incredibly talented team - we have been able to create a big, rich and exhilarating production that is so powerful in such an intimate space.'
Photo Flash: Berkeley Rep Presents Rita Moreno: Life Without Makeup
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 06, 2011
Berkeley Rep (Roda Theatre, 2015 Addison Street @ Shattuck) will present Tony Taccone's RITA MORENO: LIFE WITHOUT MAKEUP, starring Rita Moreno with Ray Garcia and Salvatore Vassallo. The production features direction by David Galligan and choreography by Lee Martino and will run through October 30, 2011.
Tonya Pinkins, Cherise Boothe, et al. Open La Jolla's MILK LIKE SUGAR, 9/6
by Nicole Rosky - September 06, 2011
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Milk Like Sugar, by Kirsten Greenidge, directed by Rebecca Taichman (Playhouse's Sleeping Beauty Wakes), running August 30 - September 25 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre (media night: Wednesday, September 6 at 7:30 pm) Milk Like Sugar is a co-commission with Theatre Masters, produced in association with Playwrights Horizons and The Women's Project. Tickets are available by calling the Box Office: (858) 550-1010 or online at LaJollaPlayhouse.org.
Photo Flash: Kentwood Kids' A Grimm Night for Hans Christian Anderson
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 06, 2011
The Kentwood Players will present a Kentwood Kids musical production of 'A Grimm Night for Hans Christian Andersen' by Sue Gordon, on Saturdays, October 8, 15 and 22 at 11:00am and 2:00pm at the Westchester Playhouse, located at 8301 Hindry Avenue in Westchester (LA 90045).
Kentwood Kids Present A Grimm Night for Hans Christian Andersen
by Gabrielle Sierra - September 06, 2011
Kentwood Kids are set to presnt A Grimm Night for Hans Christian Andersen.
The Old Globe's ODYSSEY to Feature a Cast of 200
by Kelsey Denette - September 02, 2011
Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the San Diego Community Partners with which director Lear deBessonet and writer Todd Almond have developed a new music theater event, Odyssey, in celebration of The Old Globe's 75th anniversary. Commissioned by the Globe, the new work reimagines Homer's epic poem as seen through the lens of contemporary San Diego.
AMADEUS to Play at Lowell Davies Festival Theatre Thru 9/22
by Caryn Robbins - September 01, 2011
Amadeus, directed by Adrian Noble, is currently playing at the Lowell Davies Festival Theatre through Thursday, September 22, 2011.
Photo Flash: First Look at Tonya Pinkins, Cherise Boothe, et al. in La Jolla's MILK LIKE SUGAR
by Nicole Rosky - August 31, 2011
La Jolla Playhouse presents the world premiere of Milk Like Sugar, by Kirsten Greenidge, directed by Rebecca Taichman (Playhouse's Sleeping Beauty Wakes), running August 30 - September 25 in the Sheila and Hughes Potiker Theatre (media night: Wednesday, September 6 at 7:30 pm) Milk Like Sugar is a co-commission with Theatre Masters, produced in association with Playwrights Horizons and The Women's Project. Tickets are available by calling the Box Office: (858) 550-1010 or online at LaJollaPlayhouse.org.
Diversionary Theatre and FilmOut San Diego Screen EDWARD II 9/20
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 31, 2011
As part of Diversionary's 'Audience Extras' program, Derek Jarman's film adaptation of Edward II will screen at Diversionary Theatre on Tuesday, September 20 at 7:30 pm.
Kenny G Joins Balboa Theatre Season, 10/14
by Kelsey Denette - August 30, 2011
San Diego Theatres today announced Kenny G In Concert at the historic Balboa Theatre on Friday, October 14 at 8PM. The 2011-2012 BALBOA THEATRE SEASON began with FRAMPTON COMES ALIVE! 35TH Anniversary World Tour on August 2, and continues with An Evening With HOWIE MANDEL on October 23, k.d. lang and the SISS BOOM BANG on October 24; and the return of two-time Grammy® nominated Australian virtuoso guitarist TOMMY EMMANUEL for Valentine's Day, February 14, 2012.
Cardenas, Rua et al. Lead Old Globe's SOMEWHERE this Fall
by Jessica Lewis - August 29, 2011
Executive Producer Lou Spisto today announced the cast and creative team for the World Premiere of Somewhere, a new play by Old Globe Playwright-in-Residence Matthew Lopez. Lopez's play The Whipping Man was a critical success in New York last season after receiving its West Coast Premiere at the Globe in a production directed by Giovanna Sardelli. Sardelli returns to direct Somewhere, which will run in the Sheryl and Harvey White Theatre, part of the Globe's Conrad Prebys Theatre Center, Sept. 24 - Oct. 30. Preview performances run Sept. 24 - Sept. 28. Opening night is Thursday, Sept. 29 at 8:00 p.m. Tickets are currently available by subscription only. Single tickets will go on sale on Sunday, Sept. 4. Tickets can be purchased online at www.TheOldGlobe.org, by phone at (619) 23-GLOBE or by visiting the Box Office at 1363 Old Globe Way in Balboa Park.
La Jolla's SLEEPING BEAUTY WAKES Closes 8/28
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2011
La Jolla Playhouse's Sleeping Beauty Wakes, book by Tony Award-winning librettist Rachel Sheinkin (The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee), with a score by composer Brendan Milburn and lyricist Valerie Vigoda, both of the acclaimed trio GrooveLily (Striking 12, Long Story Short), and directed by Rebecca Taichman, will close on August 28.
North Coast Repertory Theatre Presents 2 PIANOS 4 HANDS, Closes 8/28
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2011
North Coast Repertory Theatre Presents the return of the smash hit: 2 Pianos 4 Hands by Ted Dykstra and Richard Greenblatt.
CYC Theatre Presents Ragtime...The Musical, Closes 8/28
by BWW News Desk - August 28, 2011
CYC Theatre, in conjunction with Wells Fargo will present the Tony Award-winning, critically acclaimed Broadway blockbuster, Ragtime, the Musical.
RIVERDANCE Plays San Diego Civic Theatre 12/2-4
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 25, 2011
Few shows have touched audiences like RIVERDANCE, the Original International Phenomenon. This thunderous celebration of joyful music, song and dance that has that has tapped its way onto the world stage thrilling millions of people around the globe, will play The Civic Theatre in San Diego, December 2 - 4, 2011 for 5 performances only!
SDMT Presents JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT!
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 24, 2011
San Diego Musical Theatre will present the first production of its 2011-2012 season of shows, the San Diego premiere of the MegaMix version of, the seven-time Tony nominated musical, JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Tim Rice, musical direction by Don LeMaster, choreography by Johnny Dean Harvey & Chad Everett Allen and directed by Ron Kellum (who starred on Broadway in JOSEPH). JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT will preview on Friday, September 23, 2011 and will open on Saturday, September 24 and run through Sunday, October 9 at the Lyceum Theatre at Horton Plaza, 79 Horton Plaza in downtown San Diego.
Diversionary Theatre Announces EDWARD II
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 22, 2011
Richard Baird returns to San Diego to direct the largest Diversionary Theatre production to date - 14 fantastic actors playing numerous roles in an intense account of the struggle between passion and responsibility.
Crystal Gale Set for POW! Foundation, 2/14
by Lauren Wolman - August 20, 2011
The POW! Foundation will present An Intimate Evening with Crystal Gayle on Tuesday, February 14, 2012.
CYC Theatre Presents Ragtime...The Musical 8/20-28
by BWW News Desk - August 20, 2011
CYC Theatre, in conjunction with Wells Fargo will present the Tony Award-winning, critically acclaimed Broadway blockbuster, Ragtime, the Musical.
North Coast Repertory Theatre Presents 2 PIANOS 4 HANDS 8/18-28
by Gabrielle Sierra - August 19, 2011
North Coast Repertory Theatre Presents the return of the smash hit: 2 Pianos 4 Hands by Ted Dykstra and Richard Greenblatt.
MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, THE TEMPEST, et al. Set for The Old Globe
by Lauren Wolman - August 18, 2011
The Old Globe has announced it's upcoming events from September through December. Among the theatre's offerings are THE TEMPEST, MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING, and SOMEWHERE.

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